Khadi & Village Industries: From Tradition to Enterprise

This PIB backgrounder details the transformation of traditional Khadi and village industries into rural enterprises under the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), a statutory body established under the Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act, 1956. It outlines sector growth—including record sales of ₹1.87 lakh crore in 2025–26 and employment figures—alongside key government interventions such as the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), Gramodyog Vikas Yojana, Khadi Vikas Yojana, and the Interest Subsidy Eligibility Certificate Scheme. The release highlights training initiatives, women's participation, artisan remuneration increases, and market expansion efforts including digital platforms, domestic/international exhibitions, and the annual Khadi Mahotsav.